You’re on the Verge of Something Great
We’re thrilled that you’re considering studying abroad with St. John’s. Please read the instructions below carefully, but contact us if you have any questions.

Application Instructions

General Information

Semester Program Deadlines
Although we review applications for our semester programs on a rolling basis, we encourage students to apply as early as possible to increase their chances of attending their first choice program. Programs can fill early! For example, we’ve found that spring programs tend to fill by the beginning of October. However, we will continue to accept applications as long as space is available. Once you are accepted, in order to secure your place in the program, you will need to submit a $250 non-refundable deposit.

Short-Term Program Deadlines

• Winter Programs: Applications must be received by November 14; deposits by November 15
• May and June Programs: Applications must be received by March 23; deposits by March 30
• July and August Programs: Applications must be received by April 20; deposits by April 27

For most programs, you must complete at least one year of full-time undergraduate study and have a minimum 2.75 cumulative index to apply. However freshmen can attend the Global Passport program and our winter programs.

NOTE: Students who will not have reached the age of 18 by the time of the beginning of their study abroad semester must secure and provide parental permission.

St. John’s Undergraduate Students
Applying is easy! Just follow these steps:

1. Log on to St. John’s Central to fill out the online study abroad application. Click on the UIS tab; choose “Student,” then “Admissions,” and finally “Global Studies Application.”
    
2. Follow the instructions provided in UIS, including selecting your courses for study abroad.

St. John’s Graduate Students
Due to limitations with UIS, graduate students must use our paper application. To apply, print the Application PDF and Course Option form, complete both, and submit them to the Office of Global Studies. The Course Option form should be signed by your dean or academic advisor to ensure that you will receive credit toward your course of study.

Application Decisions
Submitted applications are subject to approval by the student's dean/academic advisor and the St. John's Office of Judicial Affairs. Decisions are usually made within 2-3 weeks of application. Students will be notified of application decisions by email.

Visiting (Non-St. John’s) Students

1. We look forward to welcoming you to St. John’s! To apply: Download and complete the Application and program-related Course Option form. Your application is complete only when both of these forms are submitted.
    
2. Have your dean or academic advisor sign the Course Option form to confirm your eligibility to take your chosen course(s). Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure that the study abroad courses you choose will bear credit at your home institution.
    
3. Submit a personal statement.
    
4. Provide an official transcript from your home institution(s).
    
5. Provide written approval/letter of recommendation from your dean or academic advisor.